EHS Manager: Build a Ground-Up Safety System

Powerus; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerus is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Manager to establish and manage the company's HSE program across its manufacturing and flight test operations.

The role is responsible for regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental requirements, incident investigation, hazard assessment, employee safety training, and the development of policies and procedures that scale with the company's expanding operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, industrial engineering, or related field.
• Experience managing an EHS/HSE program in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the health, safety, and environmental management system.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, NCDAQ and local regulatory compliance across manufacturing and test operations.
• Conduct hazard assessments and job safety analyses for production processes.
• Investigate workplace incidents and root causes; implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver employee safety training programs, including orientations and PPE.
• Manage hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal per regulatory requirements.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets and chemical inventories; monitor exposure records.
• Track safety metrics and report findings to leadership.
• Interface with regulatory agencies during inspections and permit applications.

Skills

EHS program management

OSHA 29 CFR 1910 knowledge

Incident investigation & root cause

Training development & delivery

Regulatory compliance (EPA/NCDAQ)

US person status

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety / related field

Tools

SDS management

Job description

Powerus is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Manager to establish and manage the company's HSE program across its manufacturing and flight test operations.

The role is responsible for regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental requirements, incident investigation, hazard assessment, employee safety training, and the development of policies and procedures that scale with the company's expanding operations.